The Best Tire Protectants for RV & Trailers in 2019

Comparisons, Buying Guide, and Reviews

Are you afraid of being left on the side of the road with a blowout? A common cause is the sudden failure of your tires because the material has broken down. Fine cracks turn into fissures that let the tire blowup or divide in half while you’re driving down the highway.

In other cases, premature aging of tires forces you to pay for a new set before you can go on your trip certain that you’re safe.

However, there are ways to protect the tires, extending their driving life and minimize the odds of a catastrophic failure. And the best option is to apply RV tire protectant to your tires regularly.

Let’s look at some of the best RV tire protectant products on the market today.

01) 303 Products Model 30387 1 Pack Tire Balm and Protectant

This RV tire protectant has water-based chemistry. It won’t make a massive mess when you apply it. For example, the “sling free” formulation means it won’t fly off the tires when you start driving. You can use any tire applicator pad or cloth to apply it to your tires.

It won’t create a chemical fog you’d be afraid to inhale. It won’t leave an oily puddle you could slip on as the spray mist settles on the ground. And it won’t alter the traction your tires have on the road.

Regular applications will protect the tires from fading, cracking and dry rot. This RV tire protectant is unusual in that you can apply several layers intentionally to create a shine that will last for weeks.

If you apply two or more coats, it could last up to three weeks. You do need to remove any of the tire protectant from the rims or wheel well.

However, if you want a “tire shine” product, other products are a better choice. That is partially due to the 303 tire balm rinsing off in a discolored mess on exposure to rain.

A minor issue with this product is that there isn’t a sprayer to make application as simple as possible.

One point in favor of this tire protectant is that it can be used to protect nearly everything you own from sun damage.

You can apply it to your motorcycle tires without worrying about it damaging the leather seats or your chaps.

You can spray it on RV tires to prevent oxidation from exposure to sunlight, and you can do the same with your plastic tarps and awnings.

Also, you're able to apply it to plastic chocks, wheel covers and plastic toys to protect their color from fading and plastic from oxidation. It is safe to use inside your car.

For example, you can apply it to your car’s dashboard and windshield wires.

The only things it can’t be used on are fabrics like clothing and canvas, flooring materials like wood or linoleum floors, and unfinished leather like suede.

A side benefit of this product is that it resists dirt and grease, making it easier to clean surfaces in the future. This is the best RV tire protectant for those who want to have one protectant spray to apply to almost anything and everything.

The water-based formula has a matte appearance after you apply it to your trailer tires or RV. It won’t leave a greasy residue on anything. The spray bottle that comes with this RV tire protectant is easy to apply. A common complaint is that the spray bottle head leaks.

One downside is that it starts to discolor after two to three weeks of exposure to the elements. That means you have to wash it off and reapply it in order to see the long-term benefits.

Pros

Can be used on almost anything in your RV and car

Protects against dirt and grime as well as UV

Easy to apply via sprayer

Cons

This tire protectant by Aero Cosmetics is designed for aircraft tires. One benefit of that fact is that it comes in a massive 32 ounce bottle. The tire protectant not only protects tires from oxidation and sunlight but dirt and grime as well.

It restores the shiny black appearance of tires without leaving behind a sticky surface that attracts stains. If you apply it to a floor matt, it could make things a little slippery.

This tire protectant can be used on nearly any plastic or rubber item. You can apply it to RV tires or Trailer tires, weather stripping and plastic tarps.

It lasts longer than some of the other RV tire protectants; it won’t start to turn brown for nearly a month.

This isn’t a tire cleaner, only a protective agent. This product works best after you’ve washed the material with soap, let it dry, and then applied the tire protectant with a damp cloth.

You should wipe off the protectant from wheel wells and chrome.

Pros

Aircraft grade

Good overall value

Cons

04) New Solutionz Advanced Water-Based Tire Shine Protectant for a Long Lasting

This tire protectant by New Solutionz creates a highly glossy shine. It won’t discolor in a week or two. It won’t fade in just a few days. Every application creates a bright, shiny surface that lasts a long time.

You can apply it with a brush, sprayer or sponge and it goes on fast thanks to the water-based formula. You only need to apply a single layer.

This combined with the large bottle means a single container will last a long time. It won’t fly off the tire when you drive away. It is designed as a tire shine first, UV protectant second.